Central Park Race 2008!

**Captain Matt** · 04-01-2008 07:32 AM

Originally Posted by New Brian

yes, but can you do six of them back to back?

i can do 8.... what up

**nervous ned** · 04-01-2008 12:25 PM

If there are any drunk Canadians driving into town for the race weekend and need a spot to camp out, just let me know... We got rid of our big half-pipe in the backyard (it's been relocated as a mini ramp in my bedroom), so there's now tons of room for tents/camping out back.

Also, if anyone needs a place to hang out between the race and the Earthwing loft party at 8pm, feel free to come out to the Woodside flophouse for the afternoon -- I'll get Alex and Brian to set up some slacklines and stuff. We might also plan a big Brooklyn Banks session in the afternoon as well, and maybe slides at the Watchtower hill.

Everyone make sure to skate safe!!!

**Anton Milioti** · 04-01-2008 12:46 PM

at least the cloisters sliding is during the day. last year that #### was pitch black!

**a_d_smooth** · 04-02-2008 01:21 PM

Originally Posted by Wells

Last year Kaspar did it in like 18; so get on that treadmill.

The race is never that organized to keep accurate times. All the winning times of past years are mere judgements. I came in 2nd place one year and was like a good minute or more behind Kaspar and the article in Concrete Wave had me .10 seconds behind Kaspar. Its all good ... but definitely not as accurate as I'd like it to be.

**BAUER** · 04-02-2008 02:07 PM

word ill be there with my crewwww
cant wait

**Rustyfriend** · 04-02-2008 04:22 PM

remind me on the official date again?

**a_d_smooth** · 04-02-2008 05:14 PM

Originally Posted by Wells

Last year Kaspar did it in like 18; so get on that treadmill.

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**Ian** · 04-02-2008 05:22 PM

I got a 4 and a half minute mile as of today since I finally timed myself. I figure if I keep this time then I'll probably finish in under 25 which is my goal for this year.

**Wells** · 04-02-2008 06:30 PM

Originally Posted by a_d_smooth

The race is never that organized to keep accurate times. All the winning times of past years are mere judgements. I came in 2nd place one year and was like a good minute or more behind Kaspar and the article in Concrete Wave had me .10 seconds behind Kaspar. Its all good ... but definitely not as accurate as I'd like it to be.

I was there with my camera taking pictures. I arrived at that 18 minute figure by checking the time-stamps on the pictures from the chaotic start to Kaspar's finish.

**sprodigy** · 04-03-2008 06:54 AM

Originally Posted by Wells

I was there with my camera taking pictures. I arrived at that 18 minute figure by checking the time-stamps on the pictures from the chaotic start to Kaspar's finish.

I don't get it...what is Kaspar's secret, besides being a beast at kicking? What kind of setup does he ride? He rules the New York push scene.

**nervous ned** · 04-03-2008 09:12 AM

Oh man, I was just looking through my photos from last year and remembering what a great day that was...

Here's the photos for anyone who needs some inspiration for this year's race:

LINK TO PHOTOS FROM 2007 CENTRAL PARK RACE

Originally Posted by sprodigy

I don't get it...what is Kaspar's secret, besides being a beast at kicking? What kind of setup does he ride? He rules the New York push scene.

If I remember correctly, in past years Kaspar has trained through the winter with cross-country skiiers training for the Olympics, so he's in pretty amazing shape with unbelievable endurance. In terms of skating, he pushes equally strong with both legs and has a long push-stride, really fast for flat-land races. He is competitive and refuses to lose. Every year, Brian from Earthwing designs a lightweight, composite, low-profile drop-through deck in the general style of the Supercharger for Kaspar to race. I think he rode Randals and Flywheels last year (photo below is his exact setup):

Kaspar Spurgeon (1st place)

Also watch out for Adam Colton, Adam S, James Solladay, and Adam Dubonka -- they are usually tailing Kaspar close behind and are all due for a win. James Solladay raced last year with the flu and still came in sixth.

Adam Colton (2nd place)

Adam S (3rd place)

Some of the younger Beast Coast skaters are gonna step it up this year; I'm watching out for Noah Bondy for a TOP 3 finish... Noah finished 7th last year in his first Central Park race, and just competed in the States for cross country running in New York this spring. He's gonna be solid if he races Central Park this year.

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Noah Bondy

Beast Coast squad

James Soladay (Earthwing)

2007 Riders

"The Roof, The Roof, The ROOF is on FIRE!!!"

Everyone remember to skate safe this year -- you could die!!!!

**Anton Milioti** · 04-03-2008 11:09 AM

ahahahaha yeah!

god i look like a dweeb in all those pads!

**nervous ned** · 04-03-2008 11:58 AM

not nearly as dweeb as the guy jogging behind you.

**jetkin** · 04-03-2008 12:13 PM

Originally Posted by ton

ahahahaha yeah!
god i look like a dweeb in all those pads!

Pads are fine.

Now about those sneakers . . .

**GleamingTheCube** · 04-03-2008 02:16 PM

When are we gonna be able to sign up?

AJ · 04-03-2008 02:37 PM

Originally Posted by nervous ned

James Soladay (Earthwing)

I really like how he removes all the excess thane to make his push racing board lighter, its not like he needs all the grip...

I'm happy I still have my Gen2 74mm fly's, possibly the lightest good longboard wheel ever to exist.

**RustyBurrito55** · 04-03-2008 03:32 PM

Perhaps i will make an appearance. For some reason I always end up missing this one

**Rustyfriend** · 04-03-2008 03:33 PM

i still need confermation from you guys as i posted above....is it the 6th or the 7th?

**Anton Milioti** · 04-03-2008 03:45 PM

7th..........

**nervous ned** · 04-03-2008 03:47 PM

Originally Posted by Rustyfriend

i still need confermation from you guys as i posted above....is it the 6th or the 7th?

Originally Posted by NY Longboard Association
The Central Park Race is looking to be one of the best ones ever. This year we are going to have a two day event with the Central Park Race on Saturday, June 7th at 12 noon. We will meet at the corner of 59th and Central Park West. Around 8pm we are going to have the most kick ass party hosted by Earthwing Skateboards, it will be held at 210 Cook Street in Brooklyn. This building is a perfect party location with a half pipe in the Earthwing space and a huge roof where we are going to have some bands play... I just talked to Keegan Ales and they are in to bring by some kegs of Keegan Ale and barbecue. On Sunday, Earthwing is holding their second annual slide/wheelie event in the Cloisters, around 4PM (directions to come)